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• Napoli goalkeeper hits out at referee and VAR: ‘Today’s football is a farce’

  Napoli goalkeeper Nikita Contini has launched a scathing social media attack on modern refereeing and VAR following his team’s 2-1 loss to Atalanta. ​Napoli’s Nikita Contini has sparked controversy by labeling modern football a “farce” following a heated 2-1 defeat to Atalanta. The Partenopei were left incensed after referee Daniele Chiffi overturned a first-half penalty and disallowed a Rasmus Hojlund goal. Contini expressed his nostalgia for a more physical era on Instagram, writing: “How beautiful real football was… Real clashes, real hits, insults, real tackles, real refereeing.” ​The defeat leaves Napoli third in Serie A, level with Roma. Contini’s outburst also highlighted frustrations over away fan bans currently affecting several Italian clubs. Criticizing the current state of the game and the impact of technology, the goalkeeper added: “What a farce today’s football is. Football is a serious matter; otherwise, we might as well take up dancing.”

• Cesc Fabregas tells Alvaro Morata to find another sport after bizarre moment in defeat

  Cesc Fabregas heavily criticized Alvaro Morata’s discipline after the striker received two yellow cards in a minute during Como’s 2-1 loss to Fiorentina.

  ​Como manager Cesc Fabregas pulled no punches following Alvaro Morata’s dismissal in Saturday’s 2-1 defeat to Fiorentina.

  The veteran striker, on loan from AC Milan, received two bookings within sixty seconds for dissent.

  Fabregas was livid with the experienced forward’s lack of composure during the crucial Serie A clash, which left the seventh-placed side unable to find a late equalizer against their relegation-threatened opponents.

  ​The Spaniard suggested Morata’s attitude was unacceptable for a player of his stature. “Provocation is part of football,” he told DAZN.

  “Those who can’t live with it should change careers. I expect much more from an experienced player like him.”

  With only one goal this season, Morata’s future at the club remains uncertain as Fabregas demands higher motivation and energy from his squad.

• Tottenham appoints Igor Tudor as interim boss amid possible Pochettino return

  Tottenham Hotspur have hired former Juventus defender Igor Tudor as interim manager until the end of the season following the dismissal of Thomas Frank.

  ​Tottenham have reached an agreement with Igor Tudor to serve as interim manager until the end of the season.

  The club turned to the 47-year-old former Croatia international after sacking Thomas Frank following a dismal run of two wins in 17 games.

  Spurs hope Tudor’s appointment will provide an “instant impact” as the North London side sits just five points above the relegation zone.

  ​The short-term deal intentionally leaves the door open for a potential summer reunion with Mauricio Pochettino.

  Tudor faces a daunting start against Arsenal next Sunday while navigating a “huge injury list” including James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski.

  While Tudor could earn the role permanently, the hierarchy is reportedly monitoring long-term candidates like Roberto De Zerbi and Andoni Iraola for the 2026-27 campaign.

• Edin Dzeko rolling back the years with goal-scoring start at former Champions League club

  At 39 years old, Edin Dzeko has made an immediate impact for 2. Bundesliga leaders Schalke, netting three goals in his first two home games to bolster the club’s push for top-flight promotion.

  ​Former Manchester City marksman Edin Dzeko has revitalized Schalke’s flagging attack since joining the German club from Fiorentina in January.

  The 39-year-old striker scored on his debut against Kaiserslautern before clinical braces in a 2-2 draw with Dynamo Dresden.

  Despite his veteran status, Dzeko’s presence has provided a significant boost to a side currently fighting to end a three-year hiatus from the Bundesliga.

  ​“Even at 39 – when you’re a bit older – you don’t forget how to score goals,” Dzeko remarked after his successful start at the Veltins Arena.

  The Bosnian captain emphasized that his move was driven by passion rather than finances, adding: “I wasn’t looking at the money; I simply wanted to play in front of this fantastic crowd and help this team.”

• See the Cremonese incident that resulted in a three-game travel ban for Inter fans

  Inter Milan fans have received a three-match away travel ban after a supporter threw a flare at Cremonese goalkeeper Emil Audero, though the restriction excludes the upcoming Milan derby.

  Inter Milan supporters have been hit with a three-match Serie A travel ban following a dangerous incident during Sunday’s clash at Cremonese.

  A reckless individual launched a flare onto the pitch, narrowly missing home goalkeeper Emil Audero.

  While the 29-year-old escaped unharmed, the Sports Judge moved quickly to penalize the Nerazzurri for the spectator’s violent actions during the league showdown in Cremona.

  The disciplinary ruling is notably less severe than previous road-blocking incidents involving Roma or Napoli fans.

  Officials classified the event as an isolated act without premeditation, occurring under stadium supervision rather than as organized group violence.

  Crucially for Inter supporters, the ban does not apply to March’s highly anticipated Milan derby at San Siro, allowing traveling fans to attend the local rivalry fixture.